​From city squares to small towns, thousands march in ‘No Kings’ protests across United States​

The “No Kings” protests were organised across the United States in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, with demonstrators criticising his leadership style and accusing him of undermining democratic norms and institutions. (Image credit: AP)

More than 3,200 protest events were planned across all 50 states, along with additional demonstrations in cities outside the United States, underscoring the movement's extensive scale and coordination. (Image credit: AP)

Organisers have expressed their ambition for these protests to become the largest single-day mobilisation in American history, highlighting the intensity of public dissatisfaction and the desire for widespread political expression. These rallies mark the third phase of the “No Kings” movement, following earlier protests that attracted between 4 to 7 million participants, indicating steady growth in public engagement and support. (Image credit: AP)

A notable development is that nearly two-thirds of the protests occurred outside major cities, with a significant increase in participation from smaller towns and suburban areas, reflecting a broader geographic spread of political activism. (Image credit: AP)

One of the largest demonstrations was expected in Saint Paul, where over 100,000 people were anticipated to gather at the state capitol, a location symbolic due to tensions surrounding immigration enforcement in the region. (Image credit: AP)

The protests drew support from well-known public figures such as Bruce Springsteen and Joan Baez, who were expected to headline events, as well as Robert De Niro, who helped organise and speak at rallies, increasing visibility and media attention. (Image credit: AP)

Participants voiced opposition to strict immigration crackdowns, the deployment of federal agents in cities, concerns about threats to democratic values, economic pressures on ordinary citizens, and the United States’ military involvement in the ongoing conflict with Iran. (Image credit: AP)

The protests are occurring ahead of upcoming midterm elections, with organisers reporting a surge in activism and participation even in traditionally Republican states and key suburban areas that often influence national election outcomes. (Image credit: AP)